selective breeding

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selective breeding; artificial selection

Four kittens with different fur patterns-three tabby and one black-and-white-lying together in a box, illustrating genetic variation among offspring.

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Four kittens with different fur patterns-three tabby and one black-and-white-lying together in a box, illustrating genetic variation among offspring.

Why Are Children Slightly Different From Their Parents?

Each offspring is a combination of its two parents, receiving some dominant traits...

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selective breeding; artificial selection

selective breeding; artificial selection

A Chihuahua mix (left) with a Great Dane, showing the wide range of dog breed sizes...

Ellen Levy Finch

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